Our Story

Our Story

Tim and I run a few businesses here in Richardson, Texas, but Communion holds a special place in our hearts. The entire concept was a combination of many things Tim and I loved and dreamed about—but we weren’t sure it could actually come to life. After much support and collaborative teamwork, we are proud of all that Communion has become and all that it offers our fun and vibrant city.

When we moved here in the summer of 2013, we always felt something was missing in the city we love so much. Early on, we had a vision to combine great coffee, food, and a fun work environment. Over the course of several years, locations came and went, but nothing seemed to be the right fit at the right time. As we continued talking with people in the community, we knew the need was growing.

Then, in the fall of 2016, the old auto shop on Lockwood—just off Highway 75 and Belt Line Road—went up for sale. The timing and financing aligned, and we found ourselves the new owners of a garage, complete with hydraulic lifts and leftover service paperwork. As the design work began on Communion, we knew it was going to be a special place for Richardson to gather, enjoy great food, and work in community.

The building allowed us to create three spaces: a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a workspace for those needing open desks or dedicated offices. Once the interior and design were complete, we also realized Communion would be a great venue for hosting public and private events.

Tim was very hands-on during construction—using his background in home building, he served as general contractor for the project and brought in his dad and two brothers to help. In fact, many of the unique wood and metal pieces at Communion were handcrafted onsite by the Kahle men. During construction, I worked behind the scenes setting up the company infrastructure and building a team that could bring our vision to life.

We opened our doors in the fall of 2017 and have had the privilege of hosting many wonderful guests. Over the past several years, we've adapted and evolved—always with the hope that Communion remains a place where people come to enjoy eating, working, and gathering together.

Thank you for taking the time to visit us. We hope to see you soon! If you have any questions or feedback, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our guest services team.


May your home be blessed,


Amy Elizabeth Kahle

Amy Kahle is both co-owner and co-founder of Communion, alongside her husband, Tim. She loves time with her family and believes hard work is at the heart of building both a home and a business.

Born and raised in the Lone Star State, Amy called Fort Worth home until she moved to Waco for college. After graduating from Baylor University's Hankamer School of Business with a marketing degree, she moved to McKinney to begin her career. To most, starting in the senior housing development industry might seem like an unusual path, but Amy quickly discovered that the world of business can take many forms. While working with her dad over the course of ten years, she helped develop and sell real estate across senior campuses in three cities.

In 2012, Amy and Tim welcomed their first child, Samuel, and began building their family. Over the next 35 months, Ruthie and twins Judah and Abigail also joined the Kahle crew—bringing plenty of joy and wonderful chaos. During those early years of parenthood, Amy and Tim often talked and dreamed about creating a space where people could gather and enjoy life in community.

It wasn’t long before that dream became reality. Amy found herself thriving in the operations side of Communion, managing logistics and bringing order to the details. Her favorite part of any project is turning chaos into something that works. Her gift for planning, hosting, and organizing has helped shape nearly every part of Communion. Her passion for order and creating meaningful gathering spaces is beautifully complemented by Tim’s love for creativity and people. Together, their shared strengths have created a one-of-a-kind experience where guests can live, work, and connect in community.

Between running Communion and her many ventures, Amy enjoys spending time with her family, baking, and traveling. Communion remains deeply personal to her, and she hopes it continues to be a welcoming space where individuals and families experience fellowship, creativity, and fun—whether working or gathered around a table.

Timothy Morgan Kahle

Tim Kahle is both co-owner and co-founder of Communion, alongside his wife, Amy. He was born in Lufkin, Texas, and raised in Rockwall. Tim graduated from Southern Methodist University’s Cox School of Business, then spent his first year after college in Italy working for Campus Crusade for Christ. While serving in Salerno, he joined the Salerno Eagles football team, led them to the Italian Super Bowl as quarterback, and was named MVP. That experience helped shape his drive to succeed—and sparked a lifelong love of good coffee.

An entrepreneur at heart, Tim has launched several small businesses over the years, including a youth adventure company, alarm company, Christmas lighting business, turf, construction, and landscaping services. Those who know Tim know he’s a dreamer—always full of big ideas and ready to take on the next challenge.

When the opportunity to develop Communion became a reality, Tim was excited to partner with Amy and bring their shared vision to life. Together, they created a space where the Richardson community could gather—whether to work, connect, or simply enjoy exceptional food and coffee in a vibrant atmosphere. Tim hopes every guest can feel the energy of Communion and share in the dream that brought it to life.

Tim cherishes life with his four kids and says he grows more in love with Amy every day.